In sociology, mores are social norms that determine what is considered morally acceptable or unacceptable within a particular society or culture. They are socially approved norms or standards of moral and ethical behavior. Mores are different from folkways, which are informal rules and norms that are not offensive to violate, but are expected to be followed/03%3A_Culture/3.02%3A_The_Symbolic_Nature_of_Culture/3.2J%3A_Folkways_and_Mores). Violating mores can result in severe punishments and social sanctions, such as legal sanctions or even death. Mores change depending on the culture, group, or society, and are the basis of some laws. Some examples of mores include lying, stealing, gossiping, bullying, and trespassing. Mores are often seen as taboos, and they emphasize morality through right and wrong, and come with heavy consequences if violated/03%3A_Culture/3.02%3A_The_Symbolic_Nature_of_Culture/3.2J%3A_Folkways_and_Mores).